More matches at this year's World Cup in North America risk being played in heat that can be dangerous to the body. It is dangerous for players, but also for fans who gather outdoors, says researcher Friederike Otto.
SportsJust days before the start of the World Cup, several thousand protesters blocked access roads to Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The protesters, who are mainly disgruntled teachers, are threatening a similar action ahead of the opening match.
SportsThe flesh-eating parasite known as the American screwworm continues to spread in the United States. Three new cases have been confirmed, and there is great concern that the worm will spread into the country's livestock industry.
WorldCanada's prime minister announced that the Canadian-built Gordie Howe Bridge, which connects Canada to Michigan, will soon be formally inaugurated. US President Donald Trump has previously demanded that Canada hand over half of its ownership stake to the United States.
World politicsIsrael's ultranationalist Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has been banned from entering France, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced.
World politicsTre Kronor will face this year's two finalists, Finland and Switzerland, in next year's World Cup. The announcement came after the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) presented the group draw on Monday.
Ice hockeySomali football referee Omar Artan was set to become the first from his country to referee the World Cup. Now he has been denied entry to the United States and removed from the tournament.
FootballOn June 11, the World Cup kicks off at the newly renovated Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. But behind the luxury boxes are workers who have risked paying a high price. "Putting these events in countries where workers have to risk their lives so we can watch football is fucking not okay," says Ombudsman Jonas Eriksson, who inspected the stadium.
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